JoeDeeDee

Someone close to me is working on a project that we hope will be a great resource for people with Multiple Sclerosis. Please indulge me as I use this forum to try to get the word out...I do not intend for this to be spam. So many of us know people with Multiple Sclerosis that I thought this might be a good way to spread the word.

Amy has had MS for 20 years. During that time she has discovered that in the process of trying to learn more about what is happening to her, she finds information that is sometimes more scary than helpful. MS is different for each person who has it. Some worst-case scenarios will never happen to some individuals, but it can be very disturbing to come across this kind of information by accident.

As a result, she has set out to create a website to allow those with MS to learn about their experience on their own terms. It is called MS SoftServe. The mission of MS SoftServe is to help people with Multiple Sclerosis embark on a lifetime of learning -- helping them better understand their individual experience with MS through anxiety-free access to information, resources and support. This site is designed so that the user will have the opportunity to learn in a meaningful way; a way that can be controlled.

This is a non-profit organization, and the site is still under construction. Right now Amy is looking for feedback, donations, and corporate sponsors. These sponsors are very interested in how many hits the site is getting, how many people have viewed her videos on YouTube, etc. If you have any interest at all, or know someone with MS, it would be great if you would visit the site, Amy's YouTube videos, or her Wordpress Blog, in which she discusses both the development of MS SoftServe and her own personal experience with MS. Please forward these links to anyone who would benefit from a site like MS SoftServe.

dontwantaname

JoeDeeDee wrote:Someone close to me is working on a project that we hope will be a great resource for people with Multiple Sclerosis. Please indulge me as I use this forum to try to get the word out...I do not intend for this to be spam. So many of us know people with Multiple Sclerosis that I thought this might be a good way to spread the word.

Amy has had MS for 20 years. During that time she has discovered that in the process of trying to learn more about what is happening to her, she finds information that is sometimes more scary than helpful. MS is different for each person who has it. Some worst-case scenarios will never happen to some individuals, but it can be very disturbing to come across this kind of information by accident.

As a result, she has set out to create a website to allow those with MS to learn about their experience on their own terms. It is called MS SoftServe. The mission of MS SoftServe is to help people with Multiple Sclerosis embark on a lifetime of learning -- helping them better understand their individual experience with MS through anxiety-free access to information, resources and support. This site is designed so that the user will have the opportunity to learn in a meaningful way; a way that can be controlled.

This is a non-profit organization, and the site is still under construction. Right now Amy is looking for feedback, donations, and corporate sponsors. These sponsors are very interested in how many hits the site is getting, how many people have viewed her videos on YouTube, etc. If you have any interest at all, or know someone with MS, it would be great if you would visit the site, Amy's YouTube videos, or her Wordpress Blog, in which she discusses both the development of MS SoftServe and her own personal experience with MS. Please forward these links to anyone who would benefit from a site like MS SoftServe.

dontwantaname

JoeDeeDee wrote:Someone close to me is working on a project that we hope will be a great resource for people with Multiple Sclerosis. Please indulge me as I use this forum to try to get the word out...I do not intend for this to be spam. So many of us know people with Multiple Sclerosis that I thought this might be a good way to spread the word.

Amy has had MS for 20 years. During that time she has discovered that in the process of trying to learn more about what is happening to her, she finds information that is sometimes more scary than helpful. MS is different for each person who has it. Some worst-case scenarios will never happen to some individuals, but it can be very disturbing to come across this kind of information by accident.

As a result, she has set out to create a website to allow those with MS to learn about their experience on their own terms. It is called MS SoftServe. The mission of MS SoftServe is to help people with Multiple Sclerosis embark on a lifetime of learning -- helping them better understand their individual experience with MS through anxiety-free access to information, resources and support. This site is designed so that the user will have the opportunity to learn in a meaningful way; a way that can be controlled.

This is a non-profit organization, and the site is still under construction. Right now Amy is looking for feedback, donations, and corporate sponsors. These sponsors are very interested in how many hits the site is getting, how many people have viewed her videos on YouTube, etc. If you have any interest at all, or know someone with MS, it would be great if you would visit the site, Amy's YouTube videos, or her Wordpress Blog, in which she discusses both the development of MS SoftServe and her own personal experience with MS. Please forward these links to anyone who would benefit from a site like MS SoftServe.

dontwantaname

JoeDeeDee wrote:Someone close to me is working on a project that we hope will be a great resource for people with Multiple Sclerosis. Please indulge me as I use this forum to try to get the word out...I do not intend for this to be spam. So many of us know people with Multiple Sclerosis that I thought this might be a good way to spread the word.

Amy has had MS for 20 years. During that time she has discovered that in the process of trying to learn more about what is happening to her, she finds information that is sometimes more scary than helpful. MS is different for each person who has it. Some worst-case scenarios will never happen to some individuals, but it can be very disturbing to come across this kind of information by accident.

As a result, she has set out to create a website to allow those with MS to learn about their experience on their own terms. It is called MS SoftServe. The mission of MS SoftServe is to help people with Multiple Sclerosis embark on a lifetime of learning -- helping them better understand their individual experience with MS through anxiety-free access to information, resources and support. This site is designed so that the user will have the opportunity to learn in a meaningful way; a way that can be controlled.

This is a non-profit organization, and the site is still under construction. Right now Amy is looking for feedback, donations, and corporate sponsors. These sponsors are very interested in how many hits the site is getting, how many people have viewed her videos on YouTube, etc. If you have any interest at all, or know someone with MS, it would be great if you would visit the site, Amy's YouTube videos, or her Wordpress Blog, in which she discusses both the development of MS SoftServe and her own personal experience with MS. Please forward these links to anyone who would benefit from a site like MS SoftServe.

soothedbyrainfall

Recently, two of my friends were the victims of a senseless and horrific crime. The quote below is taken from stattswilliams.com

On Saturday, June 28th, at around 3:00 a.m., Jason Statts and Dave Williams were needlessly shot while arriving at a friend’s house on East 48th Street. They had just finished playing their first show as Sürt {the destroyer} at the Live Wire on River Street. A single bullet went through Jason’s neck and lodged in Dave’s neck. Their injuries are very serious and both guys have a long and painful recovery ahead of them.

The purpose of this website is to raise money to assist with expenses incurred during Jason’s and Dave’s recovery process. Due to the nature of their injuries and the continued care they will need for the foreseeable future, their bills will add up quickly and overwhelmingly. Any help you can provide will be greatly appreciated and will help ease the financial burden facing both families. This was a senseless, violent act; the attackers didn’t even rob either victim. The fact that it happened on a quiet, tree-lined street in Ardsley Park makes it even more unbelievable. Please give whatever you can.

Jason and Dave are two of the sweetest, funniest, most talented fellows you could ever hope to know. Please help if you can by donating via the paypal link on stattswilliams.com. Thank you.

On Saturday, June 28th, at around 3:00 a.m., Jason Statts and Dave Williams were needlessly shot while arriving at a friend’s house on East 48th Street. They had just finished playing their first show as Sürt {the destroyer} at the Live Wire on River Street. A single bullet went through Jason’s neck and lodged in Dave’s neck. Their injuries are very serious and both guys have a long and painful recovery ahead of them.

The purpose of this website is to raise money to assist with expenses incurred during Jason’s and Dave’s recovery process. Due to the nature of their injuries and the continued care they will need for the foreseeable future, their bills will add up quickly and overwhelmingly. Any help you can provide will be greatly appreciated and will help ease the financial burden facing both families. This was a senseless, violent act; the attackers didn’t even rob either victim. The fact that it happened on a quiet, tree-lined street in Ardsley Park makes it even more unbelievable. Please give whatever you can.
On Saturday, June 28th, at around 3:00 a.m., Jason Statts and Dave Williams were needlessly shot while arriving at a friend’s house on East 48th Street. They had just finished playing their first show as Sürt {the destroyer} at the Live Wire on River Street. A single bullet went through Jason’s neck and lodged in Dave’s neck. Their injuries are very serious and both guys have a long and painful recovery ahead of them.

The purpose of this website is to raise money to assist with expenses incurred during Jason’s and Dave’s recovery process. Due to the nature of their injuries and the continued care they will need for the foreseeable future, their bills will add up quickly and overwhelmingly. Any help you can provide will be greatly appreciated and will help ease the financial burden facing both families. This was a senseless, violent act; the attackers didn’t even rob either victim. The fact that it happened on a quiet, tree-lined street in Ardsley Park makes it even more unbelievable. Please give whatever you can.

Jason and Dave are two of the sweetest, funniest, most talented fellows you could ever hope to know. Please help if you can by donating via the paypal link on stattswilliams.com. Thank you.

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dontwantaname

What To Do When A Charity Calls
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In an effort to assist donors bombarded by telephone appeals on behalf of charities, Charity Navigator offers the following tips to help you handle the next call you receive.

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Ask Where Your Donation Goes
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Ask the person calling to send you a copy of the charity's annual report or a brochure describing its mission and accomplishments. Effective and efficient charities are proud of their accomplishments and are able to provide written materials describing their mission, program accomplishments, and financial information.

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Never give out credit card, bank account, or other personal information over the phone.
Beware of "sound alike" organizations that have names similar to responsible, reputable charities. Don't be swayed merely by a benevolent-sounding name.
Remember that you have the right to end the phone call whenever you wish. You should never feel coerced into giving
See also Charity Navigator's 6 Questions To Ask Charities Before Donating.

WE LURV YOU TOO! Dork!!!
No greater love is lost than that not shared.

KtCallista

Hi everyone. As most of you noticed this week, my friend's 2 1/2 year old daughter died of leukemia on Tuesday. Her parents have asked that donations be given to the charities that helped make her four month battle a little easier. Since I can't do anything for them right now, I am sharing those charities and foundations with you all.
From her Father:

In lieu of flowers, donations in Lillian’s honor can be made to one of the many organizations that helped provide some fun to Lillian through her battle – B.A.S.E. Camp Children’s Cancer Foundation, basecamp.org; Candlelighters Childhood Cancer Foundation, candlelighters.org; Hope for Henry Foundation, hopeforhenry.org; or Nathaniel’s Hope, nathanielshope.org. A scholarship fund in Lillian’s name has also been set up with the Idaho 4-H Endowment Fund, 4h.uidaho.edu.

dontwantaname

KtCallista wrote:Hi everyone. As most of you noticed this week, my friend's 2 1/2 year old daughter died of leukemia on Tuesday. Her parents have asked that donations be given to the charities that helped make her four month battle a little easier. Since I can't do anything for them right now, I am sharing those charities and foundations with you all.
From her Father:

In lieu of flowers, donations in Lillian’s honor can be made to one of the many organizations that helped provide some fun to Lillian through her battle – B.A.S.E. Camp Children’s Cancer Foundation, basecamp.org; Candlelighters Childhood Cancer Foundation, candlelighters.org; Hope for Henry Foundation, hopeforhenry.org; or Nathaniel’s Hope, nathanielshope.org. A scholarship fund in Lillian’s name has also been set up with the Idaho 4-H Endowment Fund, 4h.uidaho.edu.

check links in original post

WE LURV YOU TOO! Dork!!!
No greater love is lost than that not shared.

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dontwantaname

Hey Woody! Come back and say hI!
Post a charity!
The other thread got screwed up when the code slaves did something that made all the threads that were started in 04 and 05 and were still being used , get scrambled up. All the post got mixed up and if you posted, it could go anywhere.

WE LURV YOU TOO! Dork!!!
No greater love is lost than that not shared.

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